Muskoka
Ontario’s summer ‘cottage country’ capital is also one of the province’s most popular four-season travel destinations, offering something for every visitor in every season.
Just two hours north of Toronto, situated amidst a backdrop of thousands of sparkling freshwater lakes and majestic forests, Muskoka is a world-renowned vacation spot that offers exceptional accommodation, shopping, dining, golf, entertainment, and outdoor adventure – all in an unforgettable wilderness setting.
This is where you’ll find hundreds of Canada’s most popular lakes, including the “big three” (Muskoka, Rosseau and Joseph).
And where there’s water, there are boats. Learn about the area’s boating culture at the Muskoka Boat and Heritage Centre and head out for a gorgeous cruise on the RMS Segwun or Wenonah II. You can also view the lakes on the 1940s era Peerless II of Sunset Cruises, and the newly-restored SS Bigwin out of Dorset. And travel the Muskoka River with Muskoka Cruises.
Hundreds of attractions will entertain family and friends off the dock, including Santa’s Village in Bracebridge (a must-do for families with younger kids), the historic Bethune House and Opera House in Gravenhurst, and the Muskoka Lakes Museum in Port Carling. The Huntsville Festival of the Arts runs exceptional programming year-round, and hosts Nuit Blanche North in July.
Known for the iconic Canadian resorting tradition, Muskoka is home to some of the nation’s finest accommodations. Hotels, motels, B&Bs, inns and campgrounds are available to suit every traveler, from those who like a pampered vacation to those who enjoy roughing it in a tent. And beloved Algonquin Park is close by too, as well as its lesser know sister, Arrowhead Provincial Park (home to the mesmerizing Ice Trail – a meandering loop through snow-frosted forests in winter).
Muskoka is also a designated arts community, and artists and studios are everywhere. It’s also home to the oldest fall studio tour in Canada, the Muskoka Autumn Studio Tour. Other studio tours abound as well, including that of the Artists of the Limberlost. Not to be missed is the Muskoka Arts & Crafts Annual Summer Show at Annie Williams Park in Bracebridge.
Culinary adventures await as well, with six craft breweries and one winery to be found here: Canvas Brewing Co., Clear Lake Brewing Co., Lake of Bays Brewing Co. (which includes their flagship location in Baysville, as well as the Huntsville Brewhouse and Bracebridge Barrelhouse) Muskoka Brewery, Sawdust City Brewing Co., and the Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery. Head to the famous cranberry marsh in Bala all year round, and sample all sort of products made from the ruby red berry.
There’s always something happening in Muskoka – events in every season. From the summer concerts at the iconic Kee to Bala, to Huntsville’s Girlfriends’ Getaway Weekend in November, from numerous sporting events and triathlons to fall and winter carnivals, to cooler fun on Arrowhead Provincial Park’s Ice Trail, you’ll be entertained here all year round.
For more information, visit these helpful sites:
Muskoka Tourism
Around Lake of Bays
Experience Gravenhurst
Huntsville Adventures
Visit The Bridge
Check out the links below to discover more incredible things to see, eat and do, and where to stay in Muskoka.
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Hawkstone Soap Company
Welcome to the Hawkstone Soap Company offering handmade soaps at the Muskoka Wharf in Gravenhurst. Natural soaps like…
Welcome to the Hawkstone Soap Company offering handmade soaps at the Muskoka Wharf in Gravenhurst. Natural soaps like the ones we make are softer, lather beautifully and leave your skin clean and…
Dwight Trading Post
The Dwight Trading Post is located on Highway 60 in the beautiful village of Dwight just minutes from…
The Dwight Trading Post is located on Highway 60 in the beautiful village of Dwight just minutes from the West Gate of Algonquin Provincial Park. We love seeking out unique Canadian made…
Downtown Huntsville
The mandate of the Downtown Huntsville BIA is to serve its members who want a vibrant, accessible and…
The mandate of the Downtown Huntsville BIA is to serve its members who want a vibrant, accessible and safe commercial, shopping and entertainment climate in downtown Huntsville, with a wide variety of…
Downtown Bracebridge
Nestled in the central core of the Town of Bracebridge, discover a one-of-a-kind experience in Muskoka’s downtown. Downtown…
Nestled in the central core of the Town of Bracebridge, discover a one-of-a-kind experience in Muskoka’s downtown. Downtown Bracebridge is located just steps away from the natural beauty of the Bracebridge Falls.…
Christie’s Mill Inn & Spa
Welcome to Christie’s Mill Inn and Spa. Our scenic waterfront property sits on 16 acres of beautiful, landscaped…
Welcome to Christie’s Mill Inn and Spa. Our scenic waterfront property sits on 16 acres of beautiful, landscaped grounds and shores of the Muskoka Lakes. With access to Georgian Bay and the…
Artists of the Limberlost
The Artists of the Limberlost is a collective of 9 artists and craftspeople with studios along the scenic Limberlost Road, north…
The Artists of the Limberlost is a collective of 9 artists and craftspeople with studios along the scenic Limberlost Road, north of Hwy 60 in Muskoka that winds through forest, rock and wetlands rich in…
Arrowhead Provincial Park
Arrowhead Provincial Park has 378 treed and private campsites available at their location in Huntsville. At this year-round…
Arrowhead Provincial Park has 378 treed and private campsites available at their location in Huntsville. At this year-round park in the heart of Muskoka, hike or bicycle on trails that wander through…
The Nutty Chocolatier
Since 1988, The Nutty Chocolatier has been central Ontario’s finest purveyor of hand crafted truffles and chocolate specialties.…
Since 1988, The Nutty Chocolatier has been central Ontario’s finest purveyor of hand crafted truffles and chocolate specialties. Our Victorian style shops also offers an incredible assortment of imported and domestic candies,…
Brooklands Farm
Located in the heart of Muskoka, Brooklands Farm has supported six generations of the Riley Family since 1876.…
Located in the heart of Muskoka, Brooklands Farm has supported six generations of the Riley Family since 1876. Our heritage farm hosts fabulous events from weddings, community events and small intimate dinner…
South Muskoka Curling & Golf Club
Designed by Canadian Golf Hall of Fame member C.E. “Robbie” Robinson, South Muskoka opened in 1974. It is a classic…
Designed by Canadian Golf Hall of Fame member C.E. “Robbie” Robinson, South Muskoka opened in 1974. It is a classic Muskoka course with rolling tree-lined fairways, elevated tees and greens, swirling winds, lots of…
Diamond in the Ruff Golf Club
The grounds are so lovely, the staff so welcoming, it is easy to forget that The Diamond in…
The grounds are so lovely, the staff so welcoming, it is easy to forget that The Diamond in the Ruff also offers superb golf! The course is truly gorgeous and showcases a 9-hole…
Muskoka Chautauqua
Muskoka Chautauqua is a vibrant arts-based community where visitors come for personal growth, enrichment and renewal. It is…
Muskoka Chautauqua is a vibrant arts-based community where visitors come for personal growth, enrichment and renewal. It is an uplifting cultural hub that encompasses the arts, education and reflection; a place removed…
Wood’s End Studio
John de Lang’s lifelong fascination with birds led him to the art of wildfowl carving. His studies with…
John de Lang’s lifelong fascination with birds led him to the art of wildfowl carving. His studies with master carvers taught him the techniques, while his affinity to the world of birds…
Two Horse Gallery
Two Horse Gallery – originally residing in a renovated barn in beautiful Muskoka – has moved to a…
Two Horse Gallery – originally residing in a renovated barn in beautiful Muskoka – has moved to a storefront on Main Street in beautiful downtown Huntsville. The inspiration for the name is…
Stan W. Tait Studio & Gallery
At Stan W. Tait Studio & Gallery visitors are invited to watch Stan create his jewellery by appointment…
At Stan W. Tait Studio & Gallery visitors are invited to watch Stan create his jewellery by appointment and view his latest designs which are beautifully displayed. Stan’s designs are simple, elegant,…